STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

Warning

• Handling the air bag module improperly can accidentally deploy the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read AIR BAG SYSTEM WARNINGS before handling the air bag module. (See SERVICE WARNINGS.)

1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

2. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Steering Wheel Removal Note

Caution

• Do not try to remove the steering wheel by hitting the shaft with a hammer. The column will collapse.

1. Set the vehicle in the straight-ahead position.

2. Remove the steering wheel using a suitable puller.

Steering Lock Mounting Bolts and Bracket Removal Note

1. Make a groove in the heads of the steering lock mounting bolts using a chisel and a hammer.

2. Remove the bolts using a flathead screwdriver.

3. Disassemble the steering lock component.

Cylinder Outer Component Removal Note

Caution

• When replacing the cylinder outer component, the coil also must be replaced.

1. Set the key in the ACC position.

2. Keep pushing the button and remove the cylinder outer component.

Steering Lock Mounting Bolts and Bracket Installation Note

1. Assemble the steering lock component to the steering shaft.

2. Verify that the lock operates correctly.

3. Install new steering lock mounting bolts.

4. Tighten the bolts until the heads break off.

Steering Shaft Installation Note

Caution

• Do not apply a shock in the axial direction of the shaft.

1. Lock the tilt lever.

2. Tighten bolt A.

3. Tighten bolt B-1 and B-2 temporarily.

4. Tighten bolt B-1.

5. Unlock the tilt lever.

6. Tighten bolt B-2.

7. Tighten bolt C.

8. Tighten bolt C.

9. Lock the tilt lever.

10. Tighten nut D.

Steering Wheel Installation Note

1. Set the wheels in the straight-ahead position, and install the steering wheel.